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How long would it take to diagnose a teenager with leukemia?

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Depends: Sometimes things are quite obvious since leukemia is rather fast growing. Other times, certain tests such as ct scans and bone marrow examination may be necessary but physicians move quickly to determine if a young patient has leukemia or not so that treatment can be started.

Answered 12/12/2014

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Dr. Sari Nabulsi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Leukemia: It should less than a week to make the diagnosis and start treatment.

Answered 11/28/2017

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